Legal Guides - Page 148
Forcing Your Rhode Island School District to Pay for an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
Disagreeing with the School's PsychologistWhen a student in Rhode Island is suspected of having a learning disability, the public school district is legally required to conduct a...
Rhode Island DOT Fines for Unsecured Loads on Flatbeds and Logging Trucks
Driving a flatbed or logging truck through Rhode Island requires a high level of expertise, particularly when it comes to keeping your cargo tied down. Whether you are hauling lumb...
The Prohibition of 'Masking' CDL Traffic Tickets in Rhode Island Courts
When a standard driver in Rhode Island gets a speeding ticket, they can often use their clean driving history to get the ticket dismissed or reduced to a non-moving violation. Howe...
Owner Liability: When Your Car is Involved in a RI Hit and Run But You Weren't Driving
A knock on the door from local police can be terrifying, especially if they are accusing your vehicle of being involved in a hit-and-run accident while you were asleep or at work....
Defending a 'Didn't Know I Hit Anything' Charge in Rhode Island Hit and Runs
Being accused of a hit and run is terrifying, especially when you are completely shocked by the accusation. You arrive home, park your vehicle, and hours later the police are knock...
How to Surrender Safely After a Hit and Run in Rhode Island
Human beings are wired with a fight-or-flight response. In the chaotic seconds following a car accident, fear can take over. Drivers may panic because they do not have insurance, h...
Connecticut Commuters: The Impact of a Rhode Island Speeding Ticket on Your License
Every day, thousands of Connecticut residents commute across the border into Rhode Island for work in Providence, or pass through on their way to Cape Cod. If you see the flashing...
How Out-of-State Massachusetts Drivers Handle Rhode Island Speeding Tickets
Many Massachusetts residents travel through Rhode Island for weekend getaways in Newport, shopping trips to Providence, or daily commutes along I-95. However, if you get pulled ove...
Using the Rhode Island Good Driving Statute for a 15+ MPH Speeding Ticket
Getting a speeding ticket in Rhode Island does not automatically mean your insurance rates will skyrocket. If you are generally a safe driver, the state offers a unique legal lifel...
Under 21 DUI in Rhode Island: The .02 BAC Limit and College Disciplinary Actions
Rhode Island's Zero-Tolerance Laws for Underage DrinkingA DUI charge for an underage driver in Rhode Island carries uniquely harsh penalties designed to completely deter underage...
Actual Physical Control: Can You Get a DUI for Sleeping in Your Car in Rhode Island?
Understanding Operation Under Rhode Island DUI LawMany drivers believe that if their car is parked and they are simply sleeping, they are safe from being charged with a DUI. Under...
Rhode Island First-Offense DUI Laws for BAC Above .15: Jail Time and Fines
Being arrested for a Driving Under the Influence (DUI) is a terrifying experience, but in Rhode Island, the severity of your consequences depends heavily on your Blood Alcohol Conc...
Fighting Automated Red Light Camera Citations in Providence and RI Municipalities
You are driving through Providence, maybe a little distracted by the traffic on North Main Street, when the light turns yellow. You think you have enough time to cross the intersec...
Rhode Island Penalties for Driving Without Proof of Insurance and Court Dismissals
Rhode Island takes financial responsibility on the roads very seriously. To legally drive a vehicle in cities like Providence, Cranston, or Pawtucket, you must maintain minimum lia...
Penalties for Driving an Unregistered Vehicle or Expired Tags in Rhode Island
Whether you are commuting to Providence, running errands in Warwick, or taking a scenic drive through Newport, seeing police lights flash in your rearview mirror is never a good fe...
Defending Against Loud Exhaust and Muffler Modification Tickets in Rhode Island
Cruising down the coastal roads of Newport or navigating the streets of Providence is a favorite pastime for automotive enthusiasts. However, local law enforcement agencies have dr...
Criminal Identity Theft in Rhode Island: Clearing Warrants and Arrest Records When Someone Uses Your Name
Criminal identity theft is one of the most frightening experiences a citizen can face. It happens when an imposter-often a sibling, friend, or professional scammer-is arrested and...
Medical Identity Theft in Rhode Island: Clearing Your Health Records and Avoiding False Billing
When we think of identity theft, we usually picture stolen credit cards. However, medical identity theft is arguably more dangerous. This occurs when an imposter uses your name, So...
Child Identity Theft in Rhode Island: How to Sue a Family Member for Ruining a Minor's Credit
Discovering that your child's identity has been stolen is devastating, but it is even more heartbreaking when the perpetrator is a close family member. Familial child identity thef...
What to Do If Someone Files a Fraudulent Tax Return in Rhode Island Under Your SSN
Navigating Tax Identity Theft in Rhode IslandTax identity theft is a devastating crime. It usually happens when a scammer uses your stolen Social Security Number (SSN) to file a f...
How to Collect Against a Rhode Island Motor Vehicle Dealer Surety Bond
When you are severely cheated by a used car dealership-whether they sold you a lemon, failed to pay off your trade-in vehicle's loan, or permanently closed their doors before givin...
Odometer Rollback and Mileage Fraud Under Rhode Island and Federal Laws
Many car buyers mistakenly believe that digital odometers are impossible to tamper with. In reality, modern digital odometers are frequently hacked using cheap diagnostic tools ord...
Dealer Title Delay: What to Do When a Rhode Island Dealer Cannot Produce a Valid Vehicle Title
Buying a used car should be an exciting experience, but it quickly turns into a nightmare when the dealership fails to give you the vehicle's title. Without a title, you cannot leg...
Rhode Island Dealer Add-On Packing: Legal Remedies for Unauthorized GAP and Service Contracts
You spent hours negotiating the perfect price for a car in Newport, Lincoln, or Johnston. You finally reach the finance and insurance (F&I) office, exhausted and ready to sign the...